Chaparral High School Band Program
Scottsdale Chaparral High School Band offers a comprehensive program that includes concert band, jazz band, and marching band. The program provides students with opportunities to develop their musical skills, perform in prestigious events, and learn from experienced educators and musicians. The program is supported by the Chaparral Band Boosters, a volunteer organization that fundraises and organizes events to enhance the band's activities. The band has been under the direction of Jennifer Mireau.
Joining a marching band can be a transformative experience, offering benefits that extend far beyond the music field.
Whether you're looking to improve your musical abilities, develop new skills, or simply enjoy the joy of playing with others, joining a jazz band can be a highly rewarding experience.
Are you looking to improve your musical skills, connect with others, or simply enjoy the experience of making music, joining a concert band can be a fulfilling and enriching experience.
Joining a percussion ensemble can be a deeply rewarding experience, offering a blend of musical, personal, and social growth.
Upcoming Events
August 2026
Aug 4 (Tuesday) — Full Band Rehearsal, 5–7pm (Tentative)
Aug 6 (Thursday) — Full Band Rehearsal, 5–7pm (Tentative)
Aug 10 (Monday) — First Day of School; Performance for 9th Grade Assembly (Schedule TBD)
Aug 11 (Tuesday) — Evening Rehearsals Begin — Full Band, 6–8pm
Aug 14 (Friday) — Marching Band Family Concert & Ice‑Cream Social, 5–8pm (Concert @ 6pm)
Aug 18 (Tuesday) — Evening Rehearsal, 6–9pm
Aug 25 (Tuesday) — Evening Rehearsal, 6–9pm
Aug 28 (Friday) — Evening Rehearsal, 6–9pm
September 2026
Sept 4 (Friday) — HOME Football Game @ Saguaro HS (Sabercats/Rivals), 5–10pm
Sept 8 (Tuesday) — Evening Rehearsal, 6–9pm
Sept 11 (Friday) — Evening Rehearsal, 6–9pm
Sept 12 (Saturday) — Band Council — Concession Stand & Fueler Clean‑Up
Sept 17 (Friday) — Evening Rehearsal, 6–9pm
Sept 21 (Tuesday) — Evening Rehearsal, 6–9pm
Sept 25 (Friday) — HOME Football Game vs. Apollo (Homecoming), 5:30–9:30pm
Sept 26 (Saturday) — FYI — Homecoming Dance
Sept 29 (Tuesday) — Evening Rehearsal, 6–9pm
October 2026
Oct 2 (Friday) — Away Game vs. Deer Valley (Skyhawks), 4–11pm
Oct 3 (Saturday) — AZMBA Marching Band Competition @ Youngker HS, TBD (PM)
Oct 8 (Thursday) — Televised Home Football Game vs. Notre Dame, 5–10pm
Oct 9 (Friday) — Leave for Nevada in the PM, travel TBD
Oct 10 (Saturday) — Nevada Marching Band Circuit Competition @ Foothill HS
Oct 11 (Sunday) — Return after lunch buffet
Oct 12–16 — FALL BREAK — NO SCHOOL (FYI: Friday has a HOME football game vs. DM)
Oct 20 (Tuesday) — Evening Rehearsal, 6–9pm
Oct 23 (Friday) — Evening Rehearsal, 6–9pm
Oct 24 (Saturday) — ABODA State Qualifier @ Dobson HS, TBD (PM)
Oct 30 (Friday) — Home Senior Night Game vs. Horizon, 5–10pm
Oct 31 (Saturday) — ABODA Daytime Competition @ Goldwater HS, TBD (AM–early PM)
November 2026
Nov 3 (Tuesday) — Evening Rehearsal, 6–9pm
Nov 7 (Saturday) — ABODA Semi‑Finals Div. III @ Tempe HS, TBA (All Day)
Nov 10 (Tuesday) — SUSD HS Marching Band Exhibition @ TBA, 4–9pm
Nov 17 (Tuesday) — Evening Rehearsal, 6–9pm
Nov 21 (Saturday) — ABODA Championships @ GCC (if qualified), TBA
Nov 24 (Tuesday) — Firebird Fly‑In (During School Day)
Nov 24 (Tuesday Evening) — Parent March‑Along — Family Event, 5–8pm
End all after‑school rehearsals.
December 2026
Dec 1 (Tuesday) — Cocopah Recruiting Trip & Performance — All Day
Dec 8 (Tuesday) — Winter Band Concert for ALL Band Classes, 5–9pm (Concert @ 7pm)
Dec 11 (Friday) — Banquet @ Orange Tree, 5–10pm
Marching Band Performances
See the new Performances Page for recent Firebird Band Performances.